In a tragic incident near the Vishnu Niwasam area at the Tirumala Srivari Vaikuntha Dwara ticketing counter in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, a stampede broke out on Wednesday evening during the distribution of ‘darshan’ tokens. The mishap resulted in the deaths of four devotees and left several others injured.
CM Naidu’s Immediate Response
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed deep shock and sorrow over the incident. Taking swift action, he directed senior officials to provide immediate relief measures and ensure that the injured receive the best medical care possible.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), CM Naidu stated:
“The death of several devotees in a stampede near Vishnu Niwasam in Tirupati for tokens to visit Tirumala Srivari Vaikuntha Dwara has shocked me. This tragic incident… deeply disturbed me. I have directed higher officials to go to the spot, take relief measures, and ensure better medical treatment for the injured to save their lives.”
CM’s Visit to Tirupati
A press release from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) confirmed that CM Naidu will visit Tirupati on Thursday morning to meet the injured.
Situation Monitoring
CM Naidu has been in constant communication with district administration and Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) officials to monitor the situation closely. He emphasized the need for immediate and effective relief measures to support the affected devotees.
Incident Overview
The stampede occurred as many devotees had gathered to receive ‘darshan’ tokens. The sudden surge led to chaos, resulting in the tragic loss of lives and injuries.
Authorities are investigating the incident to identify the cause and ensure that measures are implemented to prevent such tragedies in the future.
Looking Ahead
As the state mourns the loss of lives, CM Naidu’s visit and directives aim to provide solace to the injured and their families while reinforcing safety measures at the sacred Tirupati temple.